Repair your PSD Online

Do you have a PSD image file that will not open or display correctly? If so, our free-to-use PSD repair tool may be able to help. Our tool analyses the content of your PSD image file and is able to determine if the file pixel data is valid. Our tool will let you know what is wrong with your PSD file and attempt to fix it.

Or drag and drop your files here to upload.
A maximum of 20 files can be uploaded at once.

Please note: Your PSD, once uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload.
If our tool offers the option to repair your file, please ensure you download the repaired file within this time period.

How to Repair your PSD Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to repair your PSD using our fast and free repair tool.

Upload your PSD

Click the "Select File" button, then select a PSD file. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Analysis and Repair

Your PSD file will be analysed, and our tool will attempt to repair your PSD file if possible.

Repair or Convert your PSD

Select an option to either repair or convert to receive your repaired PSD file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the resolution and quality of the PSD file be affected?

No. Our PSD repair tool will not adjust the resolution or quality of the repaired image file.

Is it free to use the PSD file repair tool?

Yes! Our PSD repair tool is 100% free to use.

Are there any usage limits when repairing my PSD file?

No, you can repair as many files as you wish. We do not have any limits when using our PSD repair tool.

How long does it take to repair my PSD?

We aim to process PSD repairs as quickly as possible; this usually takes around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer depending on the file size and data needed to be repaired.

What does the PSD repair process involve?

Once your PSD has been selected, it will undergo some initial checks to verify that the file has some basic information. If the initial checks pass, we then upload the file to our servers for more detailed analysis.

Is it safe to repair my PSD on FabConvert.com?

Yes, of course it is! Your PSD, once repaired, is deleted 15 minutes after upload, and any download link will expire after this time.

Can I repair my PSD on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our PSD repair tool will run on any system with a modern web browser.

PSD file format information

ExtensionPSD
Full NameAdobe Photoshop
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/vnd.adobe.photoshop
FormatBinary
Opens WithPhotoshop

PSD files are the native format used by Adobe Photoshop, one of the most popular image editing applications available. As Photoshop is still under active development, the PSD format is also being enhanced with each new release.

Within a PSD file are the various elements that make up a Photoshop document, from images and text to document metadata; these are all stored in the proprietary PSD format. PSD files also support layers, allowing elements to be edited individually without affecting elements on other layers.

As PSD files are primarily designed for use with Photoshop, for maximum compatibility, Photoshop is best placed to edit them. Other image editing applications can open PSD files, though not all features may be supported.

Repairing a PSD File

PSD Image File Header Data

The data contained within a PSD image file is binary, and it is the first sequence of bytes within the file that contains the header data for the image, which contains information such as image width, height, color depth, palette, and other metadata.

Knowing how this header data is formed and what the header data should be for each individual file type allows our tool to not only ensure the file is using the correct file extension but also that all the expected pixel data is present and correct.

Pixel Color Depth and Palettes

Certain image file formats (oftentimes, but not always, older formats), such as PSD, can store pixel data using a reduced number of bits per pixel. For regular full-color images, these are stored at 24-bits per pixel (1 byte per RGB channel, equating to roughly 16 million colors). Storing pixels using reduced bits per pixel can help reduce the final file size, and older legacy hardware was often limited by the color depth of their displays anyway, making this practice worthwhile.

Palettes are also commonplace, allowing a limited number of colors to be used from the full 16 million color space. The PSD often does this to significantly reduce file size while retaining pixel and color detail. During the validation and repair process, our tool will not alter the pixel color depth or, if present, any palette used by the image.

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